Dec
30
2011
Echinacea or the purple cone flower, is probably the most famous and widely used herb for fighting infections. It is invaluable during EBV treatment for both adults and children. Echinacea is a very safe herb. Many tests show it to be nontoxic, with little or no side effects. It is the top selling herbal medicine [...]
Tags: EBV echinacea, EBV herbs, EBV treatment, Epstain Barr virus treatment, Epstein Barr echinacea, Epstein Barr treatment, Epstein Barr virus echinacea
Dec
09
2011
In an earlier post I introduced yoga as a way of building up the body’s muscle mass and strength after a bout of mono or glandular fever. Epstein Barr and yoga exercises go perfectly well together. As you get stronger, I recommend stretching regularly, strength training twice a week and some aerobic exercise in moderation [...]
Tags: Epstein Barr exercise, Epstein Barr yoga, Epstein Barr Yoga Exercises, mono exercise, mono yoga
Dec
02
2011
Living with Epstein Barr, the virus that causes mono or glandular fever, can be a frustrating and worrying time. The good news is that as well as physical treatments like vitamins, minerals, herbs and diet, your emotional state can also help or hinder your recovery. Here’s an interesting article called “Attitude” by Charles Swindall which [...]
Tags: epstein barr attitude, Living with Epstein Barr, living with glandular fever, living with mono
Nov
25
2011
Recent research shows that many patients with CFS / chronic Epstein Barr virus have decreased heart function. Although the heart may be smaller and beat less efficiently in these conditions, this is likely caused by dehydration, low red blood cell count and low blood volume, as opposed to being a heart problem. Decreased heart function [...]
Tags: CFS chronic Epstein Barr virus, CFS EBV, CFS Epstein Barr, CFS heart, chronic fatigue epstein barr, EBV heart, Epstein Barr virus heart
Nov
18
2011
During Epstein Barr virus treatment I see many patients who are losing muscle mass and strength over the course of the infection. As the body gets stronger it is essential to consider safe exercise in your recovery program. Glandular fever and yoga exercise are a perfect match. Yoga is a perfect starting point as it [...]
Tags: Epstein Barr exercise, Epstein Barr yoga, glandular fever exercise, glandular fever yoga, Glandular Fever Yoga Exercise
Nov
11
2011
Acne is an inflammatory condition of the skin caused by an infection in the hair follicle of the sebaceous gland. When oil becomes trapped, bacteria multiply and the skin becomes inflamed. Many teenagers find that glandular fever and acne go hand in hand. Often the immune system has become run down after a bout of [...]
Tags: epstein barr acne, Glandular Fever Acne, glandular fever pimples, mono acne
Nov
04
2011
Epstein Barr pneumonia and bronchitis can result from a lowered resistance to infection following a bout of mono or glandular fever. In children many cases of Epstein Barr pneumonia and bronchitis are viral, whilst in adults many cases are bacterial. Bacteria like Streptococcus pneumoniae, Stapylococcal aureus, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Legionella pneumophila, Klebsiella pneumoniae or Hemophilus influenzae [...]
Tags: Epstein Barr Bronchitis, Epstein Barr Pneumonia, Epstein Barr virus bronchitis, Epstein Barr Virus pneumonia
Oct
21
2011
Ginger may have a role in reducing glandular fever pain and inflammation. Symptoms commonly seen during glandular fever pain and inflammation include a red, sore throat, aching muscles, headaches, fatigue, an enlarged liver, a skin rash and swollen lymph glands. Ginger has a long history of medicinal use, primarily for soothing nausea and easing stomach [...]
Tags: glandular fever ginger, glandular fever inflammation, glandular fever pain, Glandular Fever Pain and Inflammation
Sep
30
2011
During glandular fever treatment, when the immune system is under stress, secondary conditions like ear infections can develop. Glandular fever and ear infections are particularly common in children. The majority of infections in the ears are believed to be viral. About 22% are bacterial, most commonly caused by bacteria like Streptococcus pneumonia and Haemophilus influenzae. [...]
Tags: glandular fever ear, glandular fever ear infections, glandular fever ears
Aug
05
2011
The Epstein Barr virus that causes mononucleosis or glandular fever can infect the liver to cause EBV hepatitis. The liver becomes inflamed, swollen and painful. Symptoms like nausea, fatigue, jaundice, headache, abdominal discomfort and malaise are typical. Fortunately the liver has an amazing ability to regenerate itself, even after hepatitis hits. When provided with the [...]
Tags: EBV hepatitis, EBV hepatitis diet, Epstein Barr hepatitis, Epstein Barr hepatitis diet